Cambian Spring Hill
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 8-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Palace Road Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3HN |
| Phone | 01765603320 |
| Reference Number | 142911 |
Cambian Spring Hill has been rated as 'Good' overall during its latest inspection, maintaining the same grade as its previous evaluation. The school excels in supporting its pupils, all of whom have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), providing a conducive and calm learning environment. With a focus on developing strong relationships, the school enables students to thrive academically and personally, with all pupils moving on to further education or employment post-graduation. The personal development aspect is particularly noteworthy, showcasing outstanding practices in preparing students for life beyond school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 35 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 82.86%
Girls: 17.14% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Oct 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 May 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Jun 2017 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships built between staff and pupils
- Highly personalised teaching approaches leading to good pupil achievement
- Effective support in identifying future aspirations and work placements for pupils
- Extensive extracurricular opportunities that enhance character development
- Outstanding personal development curriculum promoting valuable life skills
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent identification and support for basic English skills
- Lack of strategic approach to teaching reading impacting pupil engagement
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 38 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 62 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 41 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 62 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 26 | 26 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 62 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 44 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 22 | 32 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 15 | 20 | 18 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 25 | 27 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 62 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 33 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 62 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 32 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 62 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 30 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 26 | 26 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 62 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 23 | 28 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 62 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 53 | 9 |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 13 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 14.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 14.3% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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